Summary

Dr. Rita Ritsema is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated 43 years to caring for patients with digestive health concerns and comprehensive medical needs. She earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Ritsema speaks English and brings more than four decades of clinical experience to her practice.

Dr. Ritsema provides care at Bryn Mawr Medical Specialists Gastroenterology in Havertown, PA. Her dual training in gastroenterology and internal medicine allows her to address both specialized digestive conditions and broader health concerns that may impact her patients' overall well-being. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Bryn Mawr Medical Specialists Gastroenterology

510 Darby Rd Ste 203Havertown, PA 19083
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema, MDMinhhuyen T. NguyenDr. Dhruvan N. Patel, MDDavid S. Weinberg
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
4.1 
43 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Havertown , PAPhiladelphia , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Medical College Baroda (India) Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Kidney Dialysis (Renal Dialysis)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema holds an inactive medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Ritsema's NPI number is 1982621629.

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Dr. Rita Ritsema speaks English.
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